{"product_id":"davey-water-testing-service-mail-in-lab-kit-chemical-or-biological-nz","title":"Davey Water Testing Service - Mail-In Lab Kit - Chemical or Biological NZ","description":"\u003ch2\u003eDavey Water Testing Service — Mail-In Lab Kit\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFind out exactly what's in your water — with lab results emailed directly to you.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThis is a mail-in water testing service run through the Davey lab in Auckland. Order online, receive your sample bottles, fill them at your tap or tank, and return them using the prepaid ticket included in the kit. Your results are reviewed by a person and emailed to you with a plain-language explanation of what they mean.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAvailable in two options — chemical and mineral testing only, or chemical and mineral plus biological testing. If you're on tank water, bore water, or any unchlorinated supply and you drink from it, the biological option is the one to choose.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eChoose Your Test\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eChemical \u0026amp; Mineral Test\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTests for the parameters that affect taste, odour, staining, scale, and appliance wear. The right starting point if you're investigating a water quality issue or want to understand your supply before choosing a filtration system.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eParameters tested:\u003c\/strong\u003e pH, Alkalinity, Hardness, Iron, Manganese, Silica, Nitrate, Aluminium, Sulphate, Copper, TDS, Chloride, Sodium, Conductivity, Turbidity, Colour, UVT.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eChemical + Biological Test\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEverything in the chemical and mineral test, plus E. coli and Total Coliforms. If you're on tank water, bore water, or a private supply and you drink from it, this is the test you need. E. coli and Total Coliforms are the standard indicators of biological contamination in drinking water.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eParameters tested:\u003c\/strong\u003e All of the above, plus E. coli and Total Coliforms.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eHow It Works\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003col\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eOrder online and select your test type\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eReceive your sample bottle(s) and prepaid return ticket\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eFill the bottles at your water source following the included instructions\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003ePost them back to the Auckland lab using the prepaid ticket\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eA member of the lab team reviews your results\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eReceive your results by email with a plain-language explanation\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIf your results show a problem, get in touch — we can advise on the right filtration or treatment solution for your supply.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eKey Specs at a Glance\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eLab location: Auckland, NZ\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eLab type: Davey lab (non-accredited)\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eMethod: Mail-in\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eResult delivery: Email\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eReviewed by: Lab team member\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eIncludes: Sample bottle(s), prepaid return ticket, lab analysis, emailed results\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhich test should I choose?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf you're on mains water and investigating taste, staining, or scale — the chemical and mineral test is the right starting point. If you're on tank water, bore water, or any private supply that you drink from, choose the chemical plus biological test. E. coli and Total Coliforms are the standard indicators of whether your water is biologically safe to drink.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat does non-accredited mean?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Davey lab is not an IANZ-accredited testing facility. For most residential purposes — understanding your water quality and choosing the right filtration — the results are useful and actionable. If you need results for a regulatory, legal, or compliance purpose, an accredited lab test is required.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eHow do I collect the sample correctly?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eInstructions are included with the kit. Follow them carefully — incorrect sampling can affect results. In most cases this means flushing the tap before collecting, using the bottle provided, and posting the sample promptly.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat happens after I get my results?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYour results arrive by email with a plain-language explanation of each parameter. If anything is outside normal range, get in touch and we'll help you understand what it means and what your options are.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eCan I use these results to choose a filtration system?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes — this is one of the most common reasons people use this service. UVT (UV transmittance) is particularly useful if you're considering UV disinfection, as it tells you whether your water is suitable for UV treatment without pre-treatment. Iron, manganese, and hardness results help size and configure the right filtration setup.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eIs this suitable for bore water testing?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. Bore water quality varies significantly and is one of the most common reasons to test. The chemical plus biological option is strongly recommended for bore water supplies used for drinking.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eDo I need to be home to receive the kit?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe kit is posted to you — standard NZ delivery. No signature required in most cases.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cdiv style=\"background:#fff3cd;border:1px solid #ffc107;border-radius:8px;padding:16px;margin:20px 0;\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 8px;font-weight:700;color:#856404;\"\u003e⚠️ Disclaimer – Collective \/ Dropship Product\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0;font-size:14px;color:#856404;\"\u003eThis product is supplied \u0026amp; shipped directly by the brand via Shopify Collective. Estimated delivery: 2–4 working days NZ-wide. 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